1999 Buick Cielo vs. 2007 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2007 Volvo XC70 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Buick Cielo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Buick Cielo would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Cielo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Cielo (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Volvo XC70. (207 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Cielo should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo XC70.
Because 2007 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Buick Cielo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC70 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Buick Cielo (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo XC70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Cielo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Cielo | 2007 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Cielo | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1570 mm |
